OBGYN Research Assistant — Join Innovative Medical Research

Endeavor Health; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift pay

Incentive pay

Annual increases

Job summary

Endeavor Health in Evanston, IL is seeking a Research Assistant-OBGYN to support the department’s research initiatives. The role focuses on in vivo and in vitro studies, including vitamin D and progestogens in ovarian cancer prevention, under supervision of the Research Scientist.

The position involves data collection, literature reviews, and collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team to advance patient care and healthcare knowledge in a hospital research setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Experience in a research setting preferred (university/industry/healthcare hospital lab).
• Strong ability to follow protocols and maintain accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Research Scientist and team to design and conduct lab experiments.
• Train lab members in basic science techniques.
• Collect, record, and analyze data using established lab methods (e.g., cell culture, PCR) and protocols.
• Perform literature reviews to support study design and grant prep.
• Prepare and maintain reagents, tissue samples, and specimens with proper labeling and storage.
• Maintain organized research records and ensure data confidentiality.
• Prepare, maintain, and troubleshoot lab equipment for accuracy and safety.
• Procure lab supplies and track expenses using a spreadsheet.
• Participate in team meetings and stay informed on relevant field developments.

Skills

PCR

Cell culture

Western blotting

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

PCR

Cell culture

Western blotting

Job description

Endeavor Health in Evanston, IL is seeking a Research Assistant-OBGYN to support the department’s research initiatives. The role focuses on in vivo and in vitro studies, including vitamin D and progestogens in ovarian cancer prevention, under supervision of the Research Scientist.

The position involves data collection, literature reviews, and collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team to advance patient care and healthcare knowledge in a hospital research setting.